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Podcast Ad Break Placer

Choose among proposed ad-break markers while respecting episode boundaries, ad duration and spacing between breaks.

Marker decisionsCompare scenariosCSV & printable report

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Settings & assumptions

Candidate breaks

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02 / RESULTS

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Greedy priority selection using entered markers, not audio analysis. Gap is measured from the end of one ad to the start of another; timeline includes ad duration inside the episode.

How to use Podcast Ad Break Placer

Explore the worked example. Rank possible breaks by priority and fit ad slots within episode edges and minimum spacing.
Replace the candidate breaks with your own entries. Set episode minutes, keep clear at each end · minutes, minimum gap between ads · minutes, maximum breaks.
Choose “Suggest break positions”. Review marker decisions, then compare the visual overview with the detailed tables.
Capture alternative scenarios, download a reusable project and export the selected table or a report when you are ready.

A starting point

Rank possible breaks by priority and fit ad slots within episode edges and minimum spacing. The example is illustrative and can be replaced.

Know what you are comparing

Does it detect quiet moments from audio?

No. Enter candidate positions manually. A greedy priority selection respects your spacing limits but does not analyze audio or guarantee an optimal editorial arrangement.

Files, privacy & saving

Calculations run locally in a browser worker. Input CSV files use the column names in the downloadable template and keep your current settings. Projects restore inputs and up to four scenarios. Imports are limited to 1 MiB and 100 entries. There is no automatic saving. Public pages include advertising and optional analytics; see our privacy policy.

CSV exports contain the entire selected table. JSON and printable HTML reports include all result tables; open the report and use your browser’s Print command for PDF.

Using Podcast Ad Break Placer

Choose among proposed ad-break markers while respecting episode boundaries, ad duration and spacing between breaks.

Explore the worked example. Rank possible breaks by priority and fit ad slots within episode edges and minimum spacing.
Replace the candidate breaks with your own entries. Set episode minutes, keep clear at each end · minutes, minimum gap between ads · minutes, maximum breaks.
Choose “Suggest break positions”. Review marker decisions, then compare the visual overview with the detailed tables.
Capture alternative scenarios, download a reusable project and export the selected table or a report when you are ready.

Example

Rank possible breaks by priority and fit ad slots within episode edges and minimum spacing.

Questions & answers

Does it detect quiet moments from audio?

No. Enter candidate positions manually. A greedy priority selection respects your spacing limits but does not analyze audio or guarantee an optimal editorial arrangement.

Can I compare and save alternative plans?

Yes. Capture up to four calculated scenarios, restore their inputs and save them in a project JSON file. There is no automatic saving.

How do I bring in my own entries?

Download the CSV template, retain its column names and replace the example rows. Imports are limited to 100 entries and 1 MiB. A saved project also restores settings.

What should I check before using the result?

Greedy priority selection using entered markers, not audio analysis. Gap is measured from the end of one ad to the start of another; timeline includes ad duration inside the episode.